Exercise technique

lever narrow grip seated row

The lever narrow grip seated row is a machine-based exercise targeting the upper back, with secondary emphasis on the biceps and forearms. It involves pulling handles towards the torso while seated, focusing on squeezing the shoulder blades together.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Adjust the seat height and footrests to ensure proper form.
  2. Sit on the machine with your feet flat on the footrests and your knees slightly bent.
  3. Grasp the handles with a narrow grip, palms facing each other.
  4. Keep your back straight and lean slightly forward.
  5. Pull the handles towards your torso, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  6. Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement.
  7. Slowly release the handles and return to the starting position.
  8. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Biceps, Forearms.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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